It's The Most Wonderful Time of the Year (AFC East)

New York Jets 13-3

J-E-T-S Jets Jets Jets. Building on Momentum 2 years in the making Under Head Coach Rex Ryan, 2011 is the year they dethrone the Patriots to capture the AFC East crown. Entering his 3rd season as a starter Mark Sanchez is ready to lead this team to greater heights with the addition of Plaxico Burress, who gives the team a legit redzone threat. Burress, more motivated than ever will be looking to make a statement each and every week that he's every bit the player he was with the Giants and Steelers. He may not practice much due to nagging injuries suffered throughout the season (Notorious for not practicing) but it won't matter come game time. He is always ready to perform and make his presence known. Shonn Greene is ready to carry the run game. He will be force fed the ball countless times to help build and protect leads. He will pick up numerous tough first downs and help grind out victories all season. Santonio Holmes makes big time plays in big time games. He's a true clutch performer who can be leaned on heavily in crucial moments. Their Defense may have a slight regression with a youth movement on the defensive front, but it won't be significant enough to stop the Jets take off.

New England Patriots 12-4

My projected demotion of the Pats is not a knock on their talent. They will still be amongst the NFL's best. They just simply have a tougher slate ahead of them and I know it may seem silly to compare, but lets take a look at some stats. When is the last time Brady and the Pats won a Playoff game? January 20th 2008. The Jets have won 4 playoff games since then (all on the road). I feel this season is that last chance for the Patriots to bounce back from their rut and return to the glory days. My guess is they remain stagnant while the Jets continue deep playoff runs.

Miami Dolphins 8-8

As stated in the "Talents in South Beach" I like the dolphins chances to surprise this year. They have the talent on both sides of the ball. Their fate will lay in the hands of QB Chad Henne. If he can make the leap he's capable of making they will be a winning football team. They have a full load of tough games including the 4 total against the Jets/Pats, so momentum will be tough to come by. They will be "in" many of their games, leaving themselves just one big play away from flipping the outcome in their favor. With not only an aggressive defense, but offense as well this season the Dolphins will have ample opportunity for to make things happen. The rewards of aggression are not with out risk, but the reward could provide a hefty payoff

Buffalo Bills 5-11

In 2010 the Bills were very scrappy. They played will possibly the most heart out of any team in the NFL. Unfortunately they lacked strong defensive play and the overall talent to have true success in the NFL. The additions of Marcell Dareus and "Lights Out" Merriman their defense looks to have upgraded pass rushing and run stopping ability. Their Offense will still be productive with overachievers Ryan Fitzpatrick Fred Jackson and Stevie Johnson carrying the load in HC Chan Gaileys offense. They will be competitive once again in 2011, but they lack the talent needed to ascend from this tough division.